Laura Leatherman , LCSW

Laura Leatherman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Virginia who brings more than a decade of clinical experience to her work. She holds a master’s degree from the University of South Carolina and has supported a wide range of clients facing anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, anger management, low self-esteem, and the effects of trauma or abuse.

Her background includes work in outpatient counseling clinics, hospitals, a residential program, and an emergency shelter, giving her experience with diverse needs and settings. She approaches each person with respect and kindness, offering nonjudgmental care tailored to individual goals and circumstances. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is central to her practice, and she prioritizes establishing a solid connection that supports meaningful change.

Laura integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies, solution-focused techniques, and dialectical behavioral methods to help clients develop practical skills and new perspectives. She is committed to helping people identify strengths, manage stressors, and work toward the changes they want to make in their lives. She looks forward to supporting clients in pursuing their goals. Unfortunately, she is not available for live sessions at this time.

Approaches and Online Support from a Virginia LCSW

Laura Leatherman draws on client-centered therapy to create a warm, respectful space where the client’s needs and priorities guide the work. This approach focuses on listening, empathy, and collaboration so clients feel heard while exploring personal goals and values.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based method that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties because it teaches tools for managing symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.

Solution-focused therapy is another part of her toolkit, emphasizing small, achievable steps and building on existing strengths to reach concrete goals. This approach can be especially helpful for clients seeking clear strategies to address relationship, parenting, or life-transition concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Laura works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients try techniques and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Laura can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support while balancing work, family, and other commitments.